Re: [Amc-list] coil springs

[Wrambler242@xxxxxxxxxxx]

Modern Coil designs rock!
The WJ runs coils on the rear and hooking our 19' boat up to it drops that back about 2"s. That's it!
it handles so much better than the XJ's leaf springs did towing comparable boats!  I was nervous going back to the shorter wheelbase of the WJ after using the Dakota Quadcab, but it is not bad at all.
   They went to coils on the rear of the 09 Ram too. I'd love to see what they ride and handle like. Maybe someday I'll sneak out and test drive one.

--
Mark Price
Morgantown, WV
1969 AMC Rambler, 4.0L, EFI, T-5
2004 Grand Cherokee Laredo, 4.7L, Quadratrac II
" I realize that death is inevitable.
I just don't want to be around when it happens! "

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From: Frank Swygert <farna@xxxxxxx>
> www.coilsprings.com has the specs for all factory springs. They make a new set 
> of progressive rate springs that are equivalent to the old "straight rate" ones, 
> only they ride and handle MUCH better. They can make them a percentage stiffer 
> than the factory also. I'd go 10% stiffer just because the 60s cars are usually 
> a bit soft, but by 66 they were a little stiffer than earlier. Progressives are 
> fairly soft at first but stiffen as they compress, much better than the old 
> ones! I've used these guys before and was obviously well satisfied. Price is the 
> same for all... I think under $200, but with shipping may be a bit more. Check 
> the website! If they need the specs for some reason they are in the 66 TSM. If 
> you don't have one tell me what engine/trans your car has and if it has AC or 
> not and I'll send the specs. 
> 
> -----------
> Date: Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:43:53 -0400
> From: Wayne E LaMothe <superglider@xxxxxxxx>
> 
> Anyone have a source for rear coil springs for my 66 Ambassador wagon? 
> ESPO no longer has them.  I guess the alternative to is install an air
> bag in them.  I know I did that back in the day for my 65 Ambo wagon but
> not sure they even make those anymore.  I see that Kantner can have them
> made in 4-6 weeks but $210 is a little steep for my budget.
> 
> -- 
> Frank Swygert
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